Specialist II, Contracting Program Analysis

AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Professional development programs

Job summary

Cencora in the Elevate PSAO division seeks a data analytics professional to develop and manage analytics across programs and contracts, handling large data sets to inform negotiations and data-driven decisions.

You will collaborate with internal teams to define data requirements, prepare management reports, forecasts, and supporting schedules, while monitoring activity across multiple systems to drive program improvements and better decision-making.

Qualifications

• Four-year bachelor’s degree typically required.
• Minimum of 3 years related and progressively responsible experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists in ensuring data accuracy.
• Collects, interprets and analyzes large data sets to identify trends and opportunities.
• Collaborates with internal teams to share information gained via data collection and analysis.
• Defines data requirements and assists with reports such as management reports and forecasts.
• Monitors customer activity using multiple systems within Cencora and third-party providers.

Skills

Data analysis

Big data interpretation

Excel advanced analytics

Oral and written communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/related field

Tools

SQL/Query tools

BI software

Relational databases

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

This position is responsible for developing and managing data analytics for programs and/or network contracts across all customer segments within the Elevate PSAO. Conducts analysis and compilation of key business indicators that are tied to business strategies and network performance. Assists with administering various business operations by analyzing data, systems and/or dashboards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in ensuring data accuracy
• Collects, interprets and analyzes large sets of data to identify trends, to identify opportunities for Elevate, and to enhance negotiations for contracts or make fact-based business decisions.
• Collaborates with internal teams to share information gained via data collection and analysis.
• Defines data requirements and assists with the preparation of reports, such as management reports, monthly financial statements, forecasting, and supporting schedules, financial forecasts, and/or annual business plans.
• Utilizes data to support and analyze programs and PSAO contracts from various perspectives to inform improvements or identify opportunities.
• Monitors customer activity, requiring the use of multiple systems within Cencora and Third-Party Providers.
• Reviews and analyzes programs data to identify opportunities for stakeholders.
• Assists with third-party reporting/data inputs that drives the success of Elevate programs.
• Participates and supports development of overall objectives along with the long-term goals of Elevate.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Educational Requirements

Broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, finance or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four-year bachelor's degree program. Normally requires a minimum of 3 years related and progressively responsible experience. Depending on function, may require background in pharmaceutical distribution/inventory management, supply chain operations with an understanding of reverse logistics and pharmacy reimbursement as well as the current and future business challenges pharmacies Minimum Skill, Ability and Knowledge Requirements: Knowledge of Elevate products, programs and services preferred Understands broad role of various customer segments Ability to work under pressure to balance competing priorities and to meet time sensitive deadlines Strong organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail Advanced analytical skills relative to financial tracking, building models, and profitability calculations using excel Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interacts with all levels of associates and management within and outside the organization. Strong interpersonal skills Excellent customer service management skills Strong navigation of multiple systems and the consolidation of data from various sources Strong computer skills necessary to operate effectively with company systems and programs Experience with relational databases and knowledge of query tools and/or statistical business intelligence software is required.

Minimum Skill, Ability and Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of Elevate products, programs and services preferred
• Understands broad role of various customer segments
• Ability to work under pressure to balance competing priorities and to meet time sensitive deadlines
• Strong organizational and analytical skills; attention to detail
• Advanced analytical skills relative to financial tracking, building models, and profitability calculations using excel
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interacts with all levels of associates and management within and outside the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service management skills
• Strong navigation of multiple systems and the consolidation of data from various sources
• Strong computer skills necessary to operate effectively with company systems and programs
• Experience with relational databases and knowledge of query tools and/or statistical business intelligence software is required.

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Full time Salary Range

Full time Salary Range* $73,600 - 147,290 *This Salary Range reflects a National Average for this job. The actual range may vary based on your locale. Ranges in Colorado/California/Washington/New York/Hawaii/Vermont/Minnesota/Massachusetts/Illinois State-specific locations may be up to 10% lower than the minimum salary range, and 12% higher than the maximum salary range.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned . Affiliated Companies: Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions company that is committed to improving the lives of people and animals everywhere. We connect manufacturers, providers, and patients to ensure that anyone can get the therapies they need, where and when they need them. We’re a purpose-driven organization, where all of our team members around the world are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. We work together every day to help our partners bring their innovations to patients worldwide, creating unparalleled access and impact at the center of health.